Does your child snore, breathe through their mouth, or struggle with focus during the day? They may be suffering from sleep apnea. If you have concerns, please consult a pediatric specialist for personalized diagnosis and treatment.
Do All Children Who Snore Have Sleep Disorders?
Sleep disorders in children is quite common; among every hundred children, ten to fifteen may have persistent snoring, and one in four of those could have pediatric sleep disorders. Obstructive sleep disorders refers to brief pauses in breathing during sleep, leading to oxygen deprivation and difficulty entering deep sleep.
How is Pediatric Sleep Disorders Diagnosed?
A reliable method for accurately diagnosing pediatric sleep disorders is through an overnight sleep study. Any suspected cases can undergo this test. The child will wear a sleep study device that records brain waves, breathing patterns, heart rate, and blood oxygen levels overnight. The test poses no harm to the child.
Symptoms of Children with Sleep disorders:
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Severe cases may lead to complications such as: